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STARLINK-4380 (53650)
COSPAR: 2022-105C | Alt Name: Starlink 4380
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53650
International Designator
2022-105C
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:48:13 GMT
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Inclination
97.28°
Right Ascension
78.40°
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Argument of Perigee
84.96°
Period
95.64 min
Mean Motion
15.06 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4380
Alternative Name
Starlink 4380
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
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Latest TLEs
1 53650U 22105C 26201.11682765 -.00000124 00000+0 -47163-5 0 9990
2 53650 97.2846 78.3956 0002741 84.9634 275.1906 15.05653033213156
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-4380 satellite, also known as Starlink 4380, is part of SpaceX's Starlink constellation designed for communication purposes. It was launched on August 31, 2022, from AFWTR (Cape Canaveral Space Force Station) using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle from SLC-4E pad. The satellite has a box shape with a pan configuration and measures 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans up to 9 meters. It weighs approximately 300 kilograms at launch and 290 kilograms when dry. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication, it also features krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays along with batteries for power supply. The satellite is owned by SpaceX (SPXS) and operates as part of the Starlink Group 3-4-03 mission constellation.
Starlink is a satellite constellation developed by SpaceX with the aim of providing global broadband internet coverage. Thousands of small satellites are deployed in low Earth orbit (LEO), enabling high-speed internet access even in remote areas. However, the rapid increase in satellites raises concerns about space debris and the potential for collisions, which can lead to further debris creation and endanger other spacecraft. Additionally, the sheer number of Starlink satellites can affect astronomical observations by increasing light pollution. Proper deorbiting plans and international coordination are essential to mitigate these challenges and ensure long-term sustainability in space.
Starlink is a satellite constellation developed by SpaceX with the aim of providing global broadband internet coverage. Thousands of small satellites are deployed in low Earth orbit (LEO), enabling high-speed internet access even in remote areas. However, the rapid increase in satellites raises concerns about space debris and the potential for collisions, which can lead to further debris creation and endanger other spacecraft. Additionally, the sheer number of Starlink satellites can affect astronomical observations by increasing light pollution. Proper deorbiting plans and international coordination are essential to mitigate these challenges and ensure long-term sustainability in space.
Physical Characteristics
Length
0.2
Diameter
2.8
Span
9
Dry Mass
290
Launch Mass
300
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 3-4-03
Purpose
Communication
Mission
Communication
Manufacturer
SPXS
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Starlink
Configuration
Unknown
Motor
Krypton ion thrusters
Equipment
Ku/Ka-band payload, optical inter-satellite link
Power System
Solar arrays, batteries
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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